I really liked it very much, maybe loved it, as a whole. It's a bit messy and overstuffed, but I was able to glean the elements of an excellent show. A story written in the '20s, still relevant today, with that relevance punched up a bit on stage. The music, the dance, the cast/performances - all just terrific, for me. A big, well appointed production of a show with substance.
I skimmed the earlier comments here before I went, then reread after I saw the show. I can't refute the basis of most of the criticisms, but feel they don't ruin things, and I hope some are things that will be addressed in further development. With a sharp eye, this has tremendous Broadway potential (in my opinion). I would definitely see it again, given the chance. |
